Spectrum Paint and its members are dedicated to producing societally beneficial products responsibly and sustainably. They follow the policy on Sustainable Development in general, viewing sustainability as a continuous learning journey with flexibility for continuous improvement and produce paints that can sustain no matter the circumstances.

Paints and coatings are essential for protecting and extending the life of products, thereby saving natural resources and energy. They also contribute to the preservation of timber, allowing for the use of renewable-forest soft woods instead of less precious hardwoods. Coatings also prevent corrosion of valuable metals like steel and aluminium, saving fuel and preventing corrosion. They also help moderate temperatures in hot, sunny environments, reducing energy usage. Overall, coatings play a positive environmental role in protecting and decorating surfaces.

Metamerism is a phenomenon where colors formulated using different colourants appear differently under different lighting conditions. To minimize this, it is recommended to use the same colorants as the original color, with no more than four. Coating manufacturers use light boxes with specified lighting sources, such as D65 (artificial daylight), CIE Illuminant A (tungsten filament light), and TL84 (fluorescent light), to standardize color comparison procedures. It is crucial to maintain these light boxes well to ensure their longevity.

Emulsion paint covers 12 square meters per coat on interior walls and ceilings, depending on the type of paint, surface condition, and preparation. Trim paint covers 16 square meters per coat, depending on the type of paint, surface condition, and preparation. Exterior wooden surfaces, like sheds, fences, and decking, have lower coverage, with 1 litre covering 3 to 6 square meters per coat. When purchasing paint, consider these factors and the number of coats needed. These general guidelines are essential when purchasing paint for your project.

If a surface is well prepared and painted as directed, repainting may not be necessary for several years. However, if a surface has not been sufficiently prepared, problems may occur such as cracking, mould growth, peeling or flaking, chalking, blistering, blistering, cissing, blistering, and cissing. Cracking occurs when the top coat of paint is unable to expand to the same degree as the previous coating, while mould can appear as multi-coloured spots or patches. To prevent mold growth, it is essential to find and treat the cause of dampness, sterilize the area for at least a week, and coat with a fungicide-containing paint.

Peeling or flaking can occur when the underlying surface is not sufficiently prepared, dust or dirt particles remain on the surface, the surface is still damp or unstable, or rust forms under the paint surface. Chalking is the appearance of a powdery deposit on the surface of dry paint, and blistering occurs when a paint or varnish forms bubbles on the surface. Blistering occurs when a paint or varnish forms bubbles on the surface due to too much paint being applied in one go, moisture trapped in the underlying plaster, or using non-heat-resistant paints near extreme heat sources. Cissing occurs when the paint fails to form a continuous film on the surface, peeling back when applied, leaving small round bare patches. Surfaces should be thoroughly washed with sugar soap and rinsed, and shiny surfaces may be lightly sanded prior to applying paint.

If a surface is well prepared and painted as directed, repainting may not be necessary for several years. However, if a surface has not been sufficiently prepared, problems may occur such as cracking, mould growth, peeling or flaking, chalking, blistering, blistering, cissing, blistering, and cissing. Cracking occurs when the top coat of paint is unable to expand to the same degree as the previous coating, while mould can appear as multi-coloured spots or patches. To prevent mold growth, it is essential to find and treat the cause of dampness, sterilize the area for at least a week, and coat with a fungicide-containing paint.

Peeling or flaking can occur when the underlying surface is not sufficiently prepared, dust or dirt particles remain on the surface, the surface is still damp or unstable, or rust forms under the paint surface. Chalking is the appearance of a powdery deposit on the surface of dry paint, and blistering occurs when a paint or varnish forms bubbles on the surface. Blistering occurs when a paint or varnish forms bubbles on the surface due to too much paint being applied in one go, moisture trapped in the underlying plaster, or using non-heat-resistant paints near extreme heat sources. Cissing occurs when the paint fails to form a continuous film on the surface, peeling back when applied, leaving small round bare patches. Surfaces should be thoroughly washed with sugar soap and rinsed, and shiny surfaces may be lightly sanded prior to applying paint.